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BLINKS

/blɪŋks/

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

B 3/4
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
K 5/5
S 1/1

Definition of BLINKS

noun

The act of very quickly closing both eyes and opening them again.

noun

The time needed to close and reopen one's eyes.

noun

A text formatting feature that causes text to disappear and reappear as a form of visual emphasis.

verb

To close and reopen both eyes quickly.

"The loser in the staring game is the person who blinks first."

verb

To flash on and off at regular intervals.

"The blinking text on the screen was distracting."

verb

To perform the smallest action that could solicit a response.

noun

Montia fontana, a herbaceous annual plant in the family Montiaceae, formerly included in the purslane family (Portulacaceae).

Synonyms of BLINKS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of BLINKS in a Sentence

  • "The loser in the staring game is the person who blinks first."
  • "The blinking text on the screen was distracting."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is BLINKS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BLINKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: BLINKS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BLINKS

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter blinks Total
Scrabble 311151 12
WWF 421251 15

How to Use BLINKS in Word Games

BLINKS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BLINKS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BLINKS to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BLINKS

What does BLINKS mean?
BLINKS is a noun. The act of very quickly closing both eyes and opening them again.
Is BLINKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BLINKS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BLINKS worth in Scrabble?
BLINKS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BLINKS?
You can make 53 words from the letters in BLINKS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BLINKS?
Synonyms of BLINKS include: nictitate, water blinks. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.